Ashbourne vs Cadello

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Ashbourne vs Cadello
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Ashbourne, VIC

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Greater Western Water

Cadello, VIC

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Greater Western Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Ashbourne scores 9.6/10 and Cadello scores 9.6/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Recommended for this suburb

Chlorine in Ashbourne is 0.98 mg/L — above the taste threshold. That pool smell in every glass is real.

Chlorine is added on purpose (kills bugs in the pipes), but by the time it reaches your tap it ruins everything you taste. Tea takes on a medicinal edge. Kids turn down water and drink juice or soft drink instead. The usual family fix is bottled water, but a simple carbon filter is the cleaner daily habit. Worse, many filter pitchers go in the fridge and get ignored because they're slow.

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Visual comparison

Ashbourne, VIC

Cadello, VIC

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Ashbourne

33 Same

Cadello

33 Same

pH Level

Ashbourne

7.6 Normal

Cadello

7.6 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Ashbourne

0.07 Same

Cadello

0.07 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Ashbourne

0.98 Same

Cadello

0.98 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Ashbourne	Cadello	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	34 Measured	34 Measured	mg/L CaCO3	No limit
Aluminium	0.03 Good	0.03 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Colour	2 Good	2 Good	HU	< 15
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	MPN/100mL	< 0
Electrical Conductivity	268 Measured	268 Measured		No limit
Fluoride	0.07 Good	0.07 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.98 Good	0.98 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	33 Good	33 Good	mg/L CaCO3	< 200
Iron	0.01 Good	0.01 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Manganese	0.002 Good	0.002 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
pH	7.6 Normal	7.6 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	36.9 Good	36.9 Good	mg/L	< 180
Total Chlorine	1.21 Good	1.21 Good	mg/L	< 5
Trihalomethanes	0.074 Good	0.074 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.2 Good	0.2 Good	NTU	< 5

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Disclaimer: This comparison is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional guidance. Data is sourced from Greater Western Water. Values shown are based on the most recent published water quality reports and may not reflect real-time conditions at your tap. Water quality can vary due to local plumbing, seasonal changes, and other factors. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility. See our Terms of Use.